Qme, an emerging B2B SaaS startup based in Egypt, has raised $3 million in a seed funding round led by AHOY, a multisector technology company, alongside angel investors from the GCC. The company is addressing critical inefficiencies in queuing and appointment booking systems across the MENA region, where outdated processes cause long waiting times and high no-show rates.
Qme’s AI-driven platform has already made significant strides since its commercial launch in Q4 2023, serving over 100,000 customers in the healthcare, banking, and government sectors. The platform has reduced waiting times from 116 minutes to just 14 minutes and decreased phone booking no-show rates to below 1%. The digital transformation of paper-based systems has also led to significant environmental savings.
Through its partnership with AHOY, Qme will gain access to advanced technology solutions and market expertise, enabling further expansion and innovation. AHOY’s operational excellence and strong tech stack will help Qme scale in dynamic markets across the GCC and Africa, while also contributing to AHOY’s broader mission of reducing inefficiencies in real-world systems.
Qme is also part of AHOY’s Startup Builder Initiative, a program aimed at empowering entrepreneurs and software developers across MENA, supporting the growth of critical sectors like transportation, aviation, and smart city development. The new funding will be used to enhance Qme’s technology stack, broaden its reach, and strengthen its partnerships, ultimately redefining the customer experience across multiple industries.
Qme’s platform continues to streamline operations and enhance customer experiences, paving the way for a future of greater efficiency and innovation.
